Overview
Matthew 7, the concluding chapter of the Sermon on the Mount, provides rich wisdom on various aspects of Christian living. Jesus instructs on judging others, cautioning against hypocrisy and advising self-examination. He also teaches about prayer, encouraging persistence and faith. The chapter includes timeless principles like the Golden Rule and contrasts the wide and narrow paths of life. Jesus ends His sermon with the parable of the wise and foolish builders, emphasizing the importance of building one's life on the firm foundation of His words.